Assassin’s Creed: Odysseyis such a long video game that people are still playing it even now that a newerNorse-themed variantis available. That speaks a lot to the game’s craft; for some,Odysseyis even better thanValhallain part because of the better gameplay variety. This gameplay variety comes in the form of builds that make mostly combat a more fruitful and satisfying experience.
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At times, adhering to these builds is even necessary especially if players are on their second or third playthrough already. The right build can spice up the game. Hence, picking a more unique or novel build that some veteran players concocted is key to enjoying the game even more. Some of these might even reawaken your love for trashingancient Greecein a way most straightforward warrior or stabby hoplite builds can’t.
Updated on June 20, 2025, by Talha Bin Rizwan:Assassin’s Creed Odyssey allows players to make a variety of different builds suited to their respective playstyle. The game nudges players to certain builds itself, however, it also offers the freedom for players to mix and match and create their own personal builds as well. Players can simply choose not to adhere to a particular build but doing so can help in spicing things up, especially in New Game Plus modes. To make these unique builds, players will need certain weapons and armors that provide certain bonuses, pick the correct skills and then use them in a certain way.
7Poison Assassin Build
At first glance, this is a conventional assassin build that relies on daggersand Assassin Brotherhoodweapons. However, those usually fare badly in boss fights. They need to have better versatility and poison is the best way to cover that weakness. Thankfully, poison weapons are everywhere and poison stats are usually incorporated into light weapons.
Armor
Core Abilities
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Playstyle
When in combat:
When in stealth, the gameplay is pretty simple, just don’t get spotted and pick the weakest targets first.
6Hephaestus Build
Hephaestus is the Greek God of Fire so players probably already know where this is going. The build starts out as a traditional warrior archetype but branches out to Fire abilities and weapons later on. It’s fairly straightforward and has more robust weapon options. The downside is that fire isn’t too safe for the players compared to Poison.
Weapons
Tip:Hades’s Executioner makes it so that stacking up CRIT Chance contributes to Fire buildup so it’s recommended to use items and upgrades that add up CRIT Chance.
Since Fire damage is finicky and dangerous, it’s best to keep one’s distance by using the Cursed Bow of Hades instead.
5Artemis Archer Build
If fire is a little too much, then players will be pleased to know that that isn’t even necessary for a bow build. A Regular albeit powerful and untouchable bow build which we’ll call Artemis Archer (because it’s godly) is available.
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4CRIT Pirate Build
One of the most common builds for any player who doesn’t want to resort to gimmicks like Fire or Poison but still wants high damage numbers and quick enemy deaths are CRIT builds. Making them is simple enough as the items are apparent enough and easy to stack up. With the right Masteries and gear combination, the CRIT Chance adds up to 100%.
3Spartan Warrior Build
Who says roleplaying and gameplay efficiency aren’t mutually exclusive?Assassin’s Creed: Odysseyallows that. It’s all possible with the shiny and legendary SpartanArmor Set. Alexios or Cassandra are Spartans anyway, so it makes more sense for them to adhere to this play style.
2Prince Of Persia
The Legacy of the First Blade pays homage to Ubisoft’s oldPrince of Persiafranchise by adding a few items used by the Prince in the games. The build will focus on fast attacks, agility, and skills that allow Kassandra or Alexios to slow down time. As the armor provides a boost to warrior damage, complimenting skills and powers will be chosen to help players make the most of it. However, assassin skills will also be chosen to complete the Prince’s feel.
1Greek Legend
The Greek Legend build transformsAlexios or Kassandrainto the stuff of legends, cutting down enemies in their path with godlike fury. The build is a tanky one as the armor set provides bonuses towards damage resistance allowing players to withstand more hits than usual. The gear also provides a boost towards Warrior damage making it a favored build for players who like to get up close and personal with their enemies.
Assassin’s Creed Odysseyis available on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Stadia, and Amazon Luna.
